The Outstanding Dutch Shepherd: An In-Depth Guide to One of the Netherlands' Exceptional Working Breeds Book
Historical Background and DevelopmentThe Dutch Shepherd's history begins in the countryside landscapes of the Netherlands, where these adaptable dogs functioned as essential assistants to farmers and shepherds. Their background dates back to the early 1800s, when they were bred to be all-purpose farm dogs able to tending flocks, pulling carts, watc